The following links take you to some selected health information websites. If you are unable to find the information you are seeking, please consult the reference librarian or speak with a medical professional.
Disclaimer: The information provided is for general informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as medical advice or medical instruction. We encourage you to discuss this material with your healthcare provider.
Databases
This database is provided as part of the Vermont Online Library. It is available to anyone at the library and to library cardholders from home. To access the databases from home, simply click on the appropriate link and enter your library card barcode number (located on the back of the card) when prompted.
Health & Wellness Resource Center
Information on a range of health issues plus herbal remedies, and alternative or complementary treatments, etc.
Teen Health & Wellness: Real Life, Real Answers - the award-winning, critically acclaimed
online resource - provides middle and high school students with nonjudgmental, straightforward, standards-aligned, curricular and self-help support.
Topics include diseases, drugs, alcohol, nutrition, mental health, suicide, bullying, green living, financial literacy, and more.
Web Links
Links to some of the most respected, free health information Websites available. These sites are accessible in the library or at home.
- Medline
- An all encompassing website from the National Library of Medicine
- Healthfinder
- General health information from the US Dept. of Health and Human Services
- ADAM Medical Encyclopedia
- Comprehensive health encyclopedia licensed by Medline.
- Mayo Clinic
- Comprehensible, general medical information from the well-respected clinic
- Hardin Meta Directory
- Directory of and links to information of commonly searched health information.
- Diagnostic Tests
- Details of what to expect for various medical examinations
- Virtual Hospital
- Vast amounts of more technical medical information.
- National Institute of Mental Health
- Complete information on all areas of mental health
- Vermont Department of Health
- Information for Vermonters from the state Department of Health.
- Go Local Vermont
- Source for health services information in your local community.